DESIGN EXPERT STRESSES SAFETY

Oscar Newman, director of the Institute for Community Design Analysis in New York, will present a free seminar on Monday in the main library auditorium on crime prevention and architectural design in urban areas.

His discussion will focus on the safety features of the city's proposed Riverwalk development.

Newman is considered a leading expert on crime prevention and architectural design, according to Capt. Paul Urschalitz of the Fort Lauderdale Police Department.

Urschalitz, who arranged for his visit, said Newman will also discuss ways in which residents can crime-proof their neighborhoods and homes.

The seminar will take place from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The library is at 100 S. Andrews Ave.